Baby Spinach Avocado Grapefruit Salad Recipe

Beat the summer heat with this vibrant and refreshing Baby Spinach, Avocado & Ruby Red Grapefruit Salad! Inspired by Delicious Living Magazine, this recipe combines the sweetness of ruby red grapefruit with creamy avocado and peppery spinach for a light yet satisfying meal. The homemade poppy seed dressing adds the perfect touch of tangy sweetness. Perfect for a quick lunch, light dinner, or a healthy side dish.

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 20 mins
Calories 256.4 kcal
Protein 4g
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Baby Spinach Avocado Grapefruit Salad 275

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Ingredients for Baby Spinach Avocado Grapefruit Salad

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How to Make Baby Spinach Avocado Grapefruit Salad

  1. Prepare the dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together honey, red wine vinegar, and Dijon mustard.
  2. Slowly drizzle in the olive oil while whisking constantly until the dressing is emulsified.
  3. Stir in the poppy seeds.
  4. Set aside.
  5. Peel and segment the grapefruit: Using a sharp knife, carefully peel the grapefruit, removing all the white pith. Section the grapefruit into segments, removing any remaining membranes.
  6. Arrange the spinach on individual plates or a large serving platter.
  7. Top the spinach with the sliced avocado and grapefruit segments.
  8. Drizzle 1-2 tablespoons of the poppy seed dressing over each salad.
  9. Sprinkle with toasted pine nuts and crumbled Gorgonzola cheese, if desired.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

1 g

Sugar

53g

Fat

8g

Carbs

6g

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Baby Spinach Avocado Grapefruit Salad?

Baby Spinach Avocado Grapefruit Salad takes about 35 minutes from start to finish — roughly 15 minutes to prepare and 20 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Baby Spinach Avocado Grapefruit Salad?

Baby Spinach Avocado Grapefruit Salad has approximately 256.4 calories per serving, with about 4 g protein, 6 g carbohydrates and 31 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Baby Spinach Avocado Grapefruit Salad?

The key ingredients for Baby Spinach Avocado Grapefruit Salad are Red Grapefruits, Baby Spinach Leaves, Avocado, Pine Nuts, Gorgonzola, Honey. See the full list with measurements above.

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